Oct 23, 2025

vampire power energy efficiency

Ghosts, skeletons, and goblins will soon freely walk neighborhood streets asking for sweet treats, and Eversource is alerting customers they may have already inadvertently invited vampires into their homes and businesses. Vampire power, also known as phantom load, ghost energy or standby power, is electricity that is consumed by some appliances and electronics even when they’re turned off.

Sep 25, 2025

energy efficiency

In recognition of some of the most innovative and customer-driven energy efficiency projects deployed with its business partners, Eversource is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Eversource Energy Excellence Awards.

Sep 24, 2025

volunteers

From tires and empty bottles to car fenders, rusted bicycles and even refrigerators, the banks of the Connecticut River can become littered with trash and debris, creating harmful effects for the local environment and the health of the waterway. As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource employees across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire will join their neighbors this week for the 29th annual Source to Sea Cleanup.

Sep 18, 2025

vegetation management

For the second year in a row, Eversource has been named a Tree Line USA utility by the Arbor Day Foundation, a distinction highlighting the energy company’s ongoing commitment to following best practices for quality tree care while ensuring safe, reliable electric service for customers. The Tree Line USA program, a partnership between the Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters, celebrates forward-thinking utilities that exemplify industry leadership in vegetation management – strengthening reliability, sustainability and public trust in the communities they serve.

Sep 10, 2025

vegetation management

In an effort to enhance electric reliability, Eversource is launching a targeted vegetation management initiative to remove dead, dying, and at-risk Ash trees along several of New Hampshire’s heavily traveled roadways. This proactive work spans multiple communities, including Westmoreland and Londonderry, and focuses on areas where electric lines serve large numbers of homes and businesses.

Sep 4, 2025

Main Streets energy efficiency business

As part of its ongoing commitment to helping customers across the state take control of their own energy use with optimized solutions, Eversource is bringing its premier small business energy efficiency initiative, Main Streets, back to New Hampshire this September. Following a successful kickoff event in Manchester, Eversource is now partnering with Keene and Portsmouth to connect small business owners with approved contractors who offer energy assessments to discuss upgrades that lower energy use and reduce costs.

Aug 8, 2025

safe digging safety dig safe

In recognition of National Safe Digging Day as 8/11 approaches on the calendar, Eversource is reminding customers to always call 8-1-1 before starting any project that requires digging, whether it’s as basic as planting a shrub or tree, or as complex as installing a deck or pool. Statistics show excavation work causes damage to underground utility lines every six minutes in the U.S., and a simple call to 8-1-1 in advance of digging to mark those underground lines can not only avoid electric or natural gas service interruptions, but also possible injury or even death. According to the US Department of Transportation, if someone calls 8-1-1 before they dig, they have a 99 percent chance of avoiding an outage or a catastrophe.

Aug 5, 2025

energy efficiency

Marking an innovative partnership that advances energy efficiency and sustainability in the Granite State, Eversource and Elkridge Construction LLC are commemorating the completion of the first net zero homes in the Barrett Hill subdivision at Windsor Lane in Hudson.

Aug 1, 2025

Rates Bill help

As the summer heat stretches on, customers are seeing higher energy bills due to increased usage before multiple August rate changes take effect. Eversource is continuing to connect with customers to help them manage their usage and cost.

Jul 25, 2025

vegetation management employees

This is Part 2 of our profile on Eversource arborist Bob Allen. Find out how Bob created the first utility arboretum, and why his favorite tree is wherever his his eyes land on in the given moment.

Jul 24, 2025

vegetation management employees

If you’ve followed us on social media for a while, you’re probably familiar with our arborist Bob Allen. Over the years, he’s been a recurring presence in more than a dozen of our social media videos. After a career well-spent in Vegetation Management, Bob Allen is retiring this month. We’re taking a look back at his career in this profile.

Jul 21, 2025

Bill help

With increased summer usage coinciding with upcoming August rate changes, Eversource is hosting a webinar this week to support customers who are experiencing higher bills and encourage them to take advantage of the various options available to help manage their energy bill – including financial assistance, flexible payment plans and energy efficiency programs.

Jun 20, 2025

summer energy efficiency

With the potential for the first heat wave of the year in the forecast, bringing temperatures well into the 90s and high humidity later this weekend and into next week, air conditioners and fans will be working overtime at many homes and businesses. During the summer months, Eversource customers in New Hampshire use about 20% more electricity to keep cool when the mercury soars, and that increase can be even greater when the state experiences multiple heat waves like it did last year.

Jun 20, 2025

rates

Amidst increasing volatility in the region’s wholesale energy supply markets, Eversource this week filed its new Default Service supply rate, which will increase starting on August 1 if approved by the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Eversource does not generate electricity and is required to purchase power on behalf of customers who take its Default Service rate, and those costs are passed on with no markup or profit to the company.

Jun 17, 2025

Hurricane Season storm preparedness emergency preparedness NOAA

As the ocean waters churn along the east coast and another hurricane season begins, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting above-normal activity for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Between June 1 and November 30, NOAA is forecasting a 60% chance of an above-normal season with 6-10 hurricanes having winds of 74 mph or higher and 3-5 major hurricanes with winds 111 mph or higher. With the changing climate increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather around the globe, including here in New England, Eversource is reminding customers to plan and always be prepared for severe weather. The energy company works year-round to safeguard the electric grid through upgrades, maintenance, and proactive vegetation management to ensure reliability for customers.

May 23, 2025

environmental stewardship environment vegetation management

Power line corridors are not just home to critical infrastructure that supports the delivery of safe, reliable electricity to millions of customers across the region, they also provide valuable habitats where native plants, pollinators, and hundreds of wildlife species thrive. As part of its commitment to environmental stewardship and supporting biodiversity, Eversource’s vegetation management team has created a new resource for customers to learn about some of the diverse creatures that inhabit the energy company’s rights-of-way in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. From snakes to snapping turtles and spotted salamanders, On the Move: A Guide to Herptiles in Our Power Line Corridors highlights 20 reptiles and amphibians that call these passageways home.

May 14, 2025

safety

In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Eversource is reminding customers that without proper precautions, contact with electric lines or equipment can be dangerous or even fatal.

Mar 25, 2025

vegetation management community

As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource is once again partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to distribute more than 1,000 free trees to customers in selected communities across its three-state service territory through the non-profit’s innovative Energy-Saving Trees program, including hundreds in New Hampshire.

Feb 6, 2025

community volunteers

The thing about New England beaches is that the ocean water is always cold—really, really cold. Even in the dog days of summer, Hampton and Rye feel chilly—you might charitably call it “refreshing”—compared to the warmer waters down south. But this isn’t July, it’s February. So what would compel hundreds of excited people to bolt into the frigid Atlantic in the dead of winter? As is often the case, it’s to support a great cause.

Jan 29, 2025

energy efficiency

Eversource, Unitil and Lonza have reinforced their long-standing collaboration through the signing of new Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that reinforce their collective commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency in New Hampshire.

Jan 14, 2025

scam prevention

With the holiday season in the rearview mirror and a new year underway, scammers are still hard at work focusing on new victims. Imposters often take advantage of this busy time of year, posing as Eversource representatives and threatening to disconnect customers’ power unless they make an immediate payment on the spot. The energy company is reminding residents and businesses to be on the lookout for common signs of scams, whether it’s in person, over the phone, or online.

Dec 13, 2024

Rates

With colder weather now in New Hampshire amidst continuing volatility in the energy market, Eversource Default Service Rate electric customers can expect to pay a 14% lower supply price compared to their current rate.

Dec 10, 2024

Financial news business

Following yesterday’s announcement that S&P has downgraded Eversource’s credit rating due to the continuing pattern of adverse regulatory developments for investor-owned utilities operating in Connecticut, Eversource issued the following statement from Vice President of Distribution Rates and Regulatory Requirements, Douglas Horton.

Nov 26, 2024

energy efficiency holidays

With the holiday season upon us, neighborhoods are starting to twinkle with festive light displays inside and out. Eversource is reminding customers about some ways to get in the holiday spirit while conserving energy, saving money and staying safe.

Nov 19, 2024

Scams Utilities United Against Scams

From phony calls threatening to shut off power to bogus emails and even imposters pretending to be employees, scammers posing as Eversource representatives are becoming increasingly more sophisticated. While their deceitful tactics may vary, the goal is always the same – to steal money and personal information. In advance of Utilities United Against Scams Day on November 20th, Eversource is joining utilities across the country in reminding customers to be vigilant and recognize the signs of suspicious behavior, especially with the busy holiday season approaching.

Nov 18, 2024

vegetation management

Autumn can be a great time to plant, and as part of its commitment to environmental stewardship while ensuring electric reliability for customers, Eversource has released a new planting guide for property owners. Nature’s Natives highlights a variety of plant species that not only thrive in New England but are also utility compatible - helping customers make informed choices when planting near power lines.

Sep 29, 2024

mutual aid

With more than three million customers without power following the powerful impact of Hurricane Helene, dozens of Eversource crews are heading down south to assist fellow energy companies with power restoration efforts. Approximately 40 line crews from each of the three states the energy company serves – Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire – along with 20 support personnel are packing up their gear and trucks to make the trip to Virginia to support crews from Appalachian Power.

Sep 24, 2024

volunteers

From tires and empty bottles to doors and refrigerators, the banks of the Connecticut River can become littered with trash, creating harmful effects for the local environment and the health of the waterway. As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource employees across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire will join their neighbors for the 28th annual Source to Sea Cleanup.

Sep 16, 2024

vegetation management

As a testament to its continued commitment to environmental stewardship and ensuring electric reliability for customers, Eversource has been named a Tree Line USA utility by the Arbor Day Foundation in all three states where the energy company operates.

Jun 25, 2024

leadership

Following the recent announcement that current President of New Hampshire Operations Doug Foley will become President of Massachusetts Electric Operations, Eversource is pleased to announce that Bob Coates, current Vice President of Transmission Project Management and Construction, will become the next leader of New Hampshire Operations effective July 7, 2024.

Jun 17, 2024

heat wave safety reliability

With temperatures expected to be in the 90s along with high humidity over the next several days across the region, air conditioners and fans will be working overtime at many homes and businesses. During the summer months, Eversource customers in New Hampshire use about 25% more electricity to keep cool when the mercury soars. While high electricity usage during a heat wave can put a strain on the electric system, the energy company is prepared to meet the increased demand and its crews are ready to respond to any outages or issues that may arise. Remote system operators are also constantly monitoring the system and are ready to reroute power and shift other resources as necessary.

Jun 12, 2024

rates

To further strengthen the electric system in New Hampshire and enhance reliability for customers, Eversource filed a request yesterday with the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to update its distribution rates through a comprehensive rate review process that provides transparency and the opportunity for public input.

Jun 4, 2024

storm preparedness

With the start of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting an above-normal hurricane season, Eversource is reminding customers about the importance of preparing and planning for severe weather.

May 30, 2024

awards

For a second consecutive year, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by USA TODAY and Statista Inc. as one of America’s Climate Leaders for 2024.

May 7, 2024

National Electrical Safety Month safety

As the weather warms up and people spend more time outside getting their yards and homes ready for the summer, it’s important to keep safety in mind before taking on that next project, especially when dealing with electricity. In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Eversource is reminding customers that working around electric lines or equipment can be dangerous or even fatal if proper precautions aren’t taken.

Apr 25, 2024

employees award diversity and inclusion

The New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) Achievement Award honors and celebrates the achievements of women leaders in the energy and environmental fields. This year, our Director of Equity and Environmental Justice Lissette Andino will receive the Achievement Award during NEWIEE’s 13th Annual Awards Gala on April 25 at The Westin Copley Place in Boston.

Apr 6, 2024

Storm

With power restored to more than 289,000 customers following the early spring Nor’easter that brought historic amounts of wet, cement-like snow and fierce winds to the state on Wednesday night, Eversource’s massive force of more than 2,200 line, tree and service crews are working through the final phase of the significant restoration effort.

Apr 4, 2024

Storm

More than 800 Eversource line, tree and service crews are working as quickly and safely as possible to address public safety issues, clear blocked roads and other damage, and make repairs to restore power to customers after an early spring Nor’easter caused significant destruction to trees across New Hampshire.

Apr 2, 2024

Storm

On the heels of an ice storm last week and wind storm over the weekend, Eversource is prepared for another early spring storm that is forecasted to bring significant amounts of heavy, wet snow, gusty winds, and a wintry mix to New Hampshire Wednesday into Thursday.

Apr 1, 2024

community Arbor Day

As part of its continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource is partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to distribute more than 1,000 free trees and shrubs to customers across its three-state service territory through the nonprofit’s innovative Energy-Saving Trees program, including hundreds of plants in New Hampshire.

Mar 25, 2024

storms

As additional crews arrived this morning from as far away as Michigan to support Eversource’s restoration effort following the early spring ice and snow storm that caused significant tree damage across New Hampshire, the energy company continued efforts to clear blocked roads, downed wires and other damage while making repairs to the electric system.

Mar 24, 2024

storms

With the support of additional out-of-state crews arriving throughout the day, hundreds of Eversource line, tree and service crews are working to restore power to customers following an early spring ice and snow storm that caused significant tree damage across New Hampshire.

Feb 21, 2024

National Engineers Week grid modernization reliability

With the frequency, unpredictability and severity of extreme weather including thunderstorms increasing, our team is working every day to fortify our electric system to withstand the worst of climate change. In addition to impacts like drought-stressed trees falling onto our power lines and intense heat waves straining the grid, our substations have been affected by an increase in the occurrence of lightning incidents that were previously a “worst-case” scenario with a 100-year probability. After lightning strikes caused surges that damaged equipment in substations in Western Massachusetts and South Boston within a three-year period, we assembled a team of engineers, supported by substation operating mechanics who respond to damage during storms, to assess the equipment and control systems at all the approximately 600 substations across our service territory in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Feb 15, 2024

energy efficiency

With winter upon us, many may be looking for ways to stay warm and comfortable at home, without running up the energy bill. With longer nights and more time indoors, it’s a good time to incorporate energy-efficient practices that will help keep your energy use down.

Feb 6, 2024

awards

Eversource (NYSE: ES) has again been named among America’s Most JUST Companies, as announced by JUST Capital and CNBC on their “JUST 100" list.

Jan 18, 2024

scams

As the colder weather arrives in New England, scammers are heating up their efforts. Among their constantly evolving methods, clever imposters are taking advantage of the winter months by posing as Eversource representatives and threatening to disconnect customers’ power unless they make immediate payment on the spot. The energy company is reminding residents and businesses to be on the lookout for the signs of a scam whether it’s in person, over the phone, or online.

Jan 8, 2024

Storm

As New England braces for another significant storm – this one bringing to New Hampshire high winds and heavy, wet snow at the onset in certain areas of the state before transitioning to rain following the weekend snowstorm – Eversource is preparing accordingly.

Dec 27, 2023

Newsweek award corporate responsibility sustainability diversity and inclusion

To be named once or twice to Newsweek magazine’s—in partnership with global research and data firm Statista—annual list of America’s Most Responsible Companies is an accomplishment. To do it for five consecutive years is a singular achievement that affirms a workplace culture deeply committed to values embracing corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and corporate citizenship.

Dec 19, 2023

Storm

Working around-the-clock following yesterday’s powerful storm that brought heavy rain and strong winds to the entire region and caused significant tree damage to the electric system statewide, Eversource crews have restored power to more than 84,000 customers in New Hampshire – including approximately 26,000 in fewer than five minutes by remote system operators using distribution automation technology.